Emotional intelligence essentials course - foundation building
7-Week Foundation Course

Emotional Intelligence Essentials

Master the fundamentals of emotional awareness, develop authentic empathy, and build lasting emotional regulation skills through our comprehensive foundation program

Personality Profiling Included
Small Group Sessions
Safe Learning Environment

Your Foundation for Emotional Mastery

The Emotional Intelligence Essentials course provides comprehensive foundation training in self-awareness, empathy development, and emotional regulation through scientifically-backed methodologies.

What You'll Experience

Comprehensive Personality Assessment

Detailed profiling using validated instruments to understand your unique emotional patterns and communication style preferences.

Daily Emotional Tracking

Structured journaling and reflection exercises to build awareness of emotional triggers, patterns, and responses.

Interactive Group Practice

Safe, structured environments to practice empathy building, active listening, and emotional communication techniques.

Real-World Application

Weekly challenges designed to integrate emotional intelligence skills into your personal and professional relationships.

Course Structure

Weeks 1-2: Self-Awareness Foundation
Emotional recognition and personal trigger identification
Weeks 3-4: Empathy Development
Perspective-taking and compassionate communication
Weeks 5-6: Emotional Regulation
Stress management and emotional balance techniques
Week 7: Integration & Practice
Synthesizing skills and creating personal development plans

Transformative Outcomes & Success Stories

Participants consistently report significant improvements in relationship quality, workplace effectiveness, and personal well-being

89%
Improved Relationship Quality
Measured through self-reporting and partner assessments after course completion
76%
Reduced Stress Levels
Tracked through cortisol monitoring and stress inventory assessments
92%
Enhanced Self-Awareness
Validated using emotional intelligence assessment tools pre and post course

Recent Participant Experiences

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Zara Holloway
Project Manager, Auckland
"The personality profiling completely changed how I understand myself and my team. I went from constantly feeling frustrated at work to becoming someone my colleagues actually seek out for advice. The daily tracking exercises helped me recognize patterns I'd never noticed before."
Completed July 2025
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Kai Vance
Teacher, Wellington
"As someone who works with teenagers daily, this course gave me tools I didn't know existed. The empathy development sessions were incredible - I can now connect with even my most challenging students. My stress levels have decreased dramatically."
Completed June 2025
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Drew Saunders
Healthcare Professional, Christchurch
"Working in healthcare means dealing with emotional situations constantly. This course didn't just improve my patient interactions - it transformed my personal relationships too. My partner noticed the changes within three weeks."
Completed June 2025
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Lexi Rivers
Small Business Owner, Hamilton
"I was skeptical about emotional intelligence training, but the practical exercises and group sessions opened my eyes. Running a business requires so much emotional navigation - this course gave me the roadmap I was missing."
Completed July 2025

Professional Tools & Evidence-Based Techniques

Our methodology combines cutting-edge assessment instruments with time-tested therapeutic approaches

Assessment & Profiling Tools

EQ-i 2.0 Emotional Intelligence Assessment

Scientifically validated instrument measuring 15 emotional intelligence competencies across five key areas.

DISC Personality Profiling

Comprehensive behavioral assessment identifying communication preferences and interaction styles.

Stress Response Inventory

Detailed analysis of stress triggers, coping mechanisms, and physiological response patterns.

Therapeutic Methodologies

Cognitive Behavioral Techniques

Structured approaches to identify and modify emotional thought patterns and behavioral responses.

Mindfulness-Based Practices

Integration of meditation, breathwork, and present-moment awareness techniques for emotional regulation.

Empathy Mapping Exercises

Proprietary techniques for developing perspective-taking abilities and compassionate understanding.

Digital Learning Platform

Interactive Workbooks

Digital exercises, reflection prompts, and progress tracking tools

Session Recordings

Access to key learning moments for review and reinforcement

Peer Community

Private online forum for ongoing support and practice partnerships

Emotional Safety & Ethical Standards

Creating psychologically safe environments where authentic growth can occur through established protocols and professional boundaries

Confidentiality Protection

  • Strict group confidentiality agreements signed by all participants
  • Secure data handling for all assessment results and personal information
  • Clear boundaries regarding what can and cannot be shared outside sessions
  • Anonymous feedback systems to protect participant privacy

Emotional Boundaries

  • Right to pause or step away from any exercise without explanation
  • Clear distinction between educational growth and therapeutic intervention
  • Trained facilitators recognize signs of emotional overwhelm
  • Referral protocols for participants needing additional professional support

Professional Credentials & Oversight

Certified Facilitators

All instructors hold international emotional intelligence coaching certifications

Ethics Board Review

Regular oversight by independent ethics committee for curriculum and practices

Continuing Education

Facilitators complete 40 hours annual professional development

Important Note: This course focuses on educational and personal development outcomes. Participants with clinical mental health concerns should consult appropriate healthcare professionals. We maintain clear referral relationships with licensed therapists and counselors.

Perfect for These Life Situations

Whether you're starting your emotional intelligence journey or looking to strengthen existing skills, this foundation course meets you where you are

Professional Development

New Leaders & Managers

Recently promoted professionals who need to navigate team dynamics, difficult conversations, and conflict resolution with greater emotional awareness.

Human Resources & People Professionals

HR practitioners seeking to enhance their ability to support employee wellbeing, mediate workplace conflicts, and create psychologically safe environments.

Healthcare & Service Professionals

Nurses, teachers, social workers, and client-facing professionals who deal with emotional situations daily and need enhanced empathy and self-regulation skills.

Career Transitions

Professionals changing careers or returning to work who want to enhance their interpersonal skills and emotional resilience for new challenges.

Personal Growth

Relationship Enhancement

Individuals who want to improve communication with partners, family members, or friends through better emotional understanding and expression.

Stress & Anxiety Management

People experiencing high stress levels, emotional overwhelm, or difficulty managing anxiety who want practical tools for emotional regulation.

Self-Discovery Journey

Individuals curious about understanding themselves better, exploring their emotional patterns, and developing greater self-awareness and authenticity.

Life Transitions

People navigating major life changes such as parenthood, divorce, bereavement, or retirement who need emotional tools for adaptation and resilience.

Course Prerequisites & Expectations

What We Require

  • Commitment to attend all 7 weekly sessions
  • Willingness to participate in group exercises
  • Complete daily reflection exercises between sessions
  • Openness to self-reflection and personal growth

What We Provide

  • Small group environment (maximum 12 participants)
  • Professional facilitator with emotional intelligence certification
  • All materials, assessments, and digital resources included
  • Lifetime access to online community and resources

Track Your Emotional Intelligence Growth

Comprehensive measurement system providing clear indicators of your emotional intelligence development and practical skill acquisition

Assessment Timeline

Pre-Course Assessment

Comprehensive baseline measurement including EQ-i 2.0, personality profiling, and stress response evaluation

Week 0

Mid-Course Check-in

Progress evaluation, skill application review, and personalized adjustment of learning objectives

Week 4

Post-Course Evaluation

Complete reassessment showing growth areas, skill mastery, and ongoing development recommendations

Week 8

Weekly Progress Indicators

Self-Awareness Tracking
Daily emotional pattern recognition scores
Empathy Development
Perspective-taking exercise completion rates
Emotional Regulation
Stress response improvement measurements
Social Application
Real-world practice success stories

Digital Progress Dashboard

Emotional Awareness 78%
Empathy Skills 65%
Stress Management 84%
Sample progress dashboard - individualized for each participant

Ongoing Development Support

6-Month Follow-Up

  • Reassessment to measure long-term retention and growth
  • Personal development planning session with facilitator
  • Recommendations for advanced program participation

Lifetime Resources

  • Access to alumni community and monthly virtual meetups
  • Updated digital resources and new research integration
  • Discounted rates for advanced courses and workshops

Start Your Emotional Intelligence Foundation

Join our next 7-week Essentials course and begin transforming your relationships, reducing stress, and building lasting emotional awareness skills.

7 Weeks
Foundation Course
$540 NZD
All Inclusive
Max 12
Participants
Lifetime
Community Access